The Washington Commanders announced on Sunday the release of kicker Brandon McManus.
McManus is facing a lawsuit from two women who allege that he sexually assaulted them during a charter flight to London last year when he played for the Jacksonville Jaguars. The women claim that McManus grinded and rubbed himself against them.
A spokesperson for the Commanders stated last Monday that the team takes “allegations of this nature very seriously.” The spokesperson also noted that the team had consulted with McManus’ agent and the NFL office regarding the lawsuit.
In a statement through his agent, McManus denied the allegations, describing the lawsuit as an extortion attempt, according to Michael DiRocco of ESPN.
McManus had signed a one-year contract with Washington in March. Prior to joining the Jaguars in 2023, he spent the first nine years of his career with the Denver Broncos.
The Jaguars also issued a statement last Monday, acknowledging their awareness of the lawsuit and the gravity of the claims. “As we continue to look into the matter, it bears emphasizing that we insist on an organization built by people who represent our community and game with the highest character and class,” the Jaguars said.
Currently, the Commanders do not have another kicker on their roster.
